[//]:content-type-MARKDOWN-DONOT-DELETE ![](https://gimg2.staticimgs.com/image/article/1741960525ann_en.webp) Gate Research Daily Report: March 14, Bitcoin price fell by 1.95% to $82,014.1, while Ethereum price rose by 0.53% to $1,894.63. The number of contract deployments on the Base ecosystem surged, reaching a record high of 11.4 million in a single week. Solana's stablecoin supply has skyrocketed by 130% this year, while Ethereum remains the leader. Ethereum launched the Hoodi testnet for the Pectra upgrade. Aave introduced the Horizon initiative, targeting the institutional-grade RWA DeFi market. Solana proposal SIMD-0228 failed to pass the vote, obstructing the planned inflation adjustment. - **Market Analysis**: Bitcoin price dropped 1.95% to $82,014.1, while Ethereum price rose 0.53% to $1,894.63. - **Top Performers**: The top performing altcoins in the last 24 hours are VENOM, WELL, and ISLM, which rose by 22.38%, 21.30%, and 14.80%, respectively. - **Data Highlights**: The number of contract deployments in the Base ecosystem surged, reaching a record high of 11.4 million in a single week. - **Spotlight Analysis**: Aave has launched the Horizon initiative, targeting the institutional real-world asset (RWA) DeFi market. - **Market Opportunities**: Skate is a cross-chain interaction infrastructure that connects EVM, TonVM, SolanaVM, and other virtual machines, enabling users to perform cross-chain operations without leaving their native chain. Its incentive system, Ollies points, can be redeemed for airdrop tokens in the future. Explore today's details → Gate Research: Smart Contract Deployments on Base Ecosystem Hit ATH; Ethereum Launches Hoodi Testnet for Pectra Upgrade **Gate Research** Gate Research is a comprehensive blockchain and crypto research platform that provides readers with in-depth content, including technical analysis, hot insights, market reviews, industry research, trend forecasts, and macroeconomic policy analysis. Click the Link to learn more **Disclaimer** This content does not constitute any offer, solicitation, or recommendation. You should always seek independent professional advice before making any investment decisions. Please note that Gate may restrict or prohibit some or all services for users from restricted regions. For more information, please read the User Agreement at: https://www.gate.io/user-agreement. Investing in the cryptocurrency market involves high risks. Users are advised to conduct independent research and fully understand the nature of the assets and products before making any investment decisions. Gate is not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from such investment decisions. **Gateway to Crypto** Trade over 3,700 cryptocurrencies safely, quickly, and easily on Gate • Visit our Official Website • Download Gate App / Web now • Follow us on Gate X (Twitter) to get more bonuses • Join our Telegram to discuss hot topics • Join our Global Community to get more updates • We provide 100% proof of reserves • Sign up to enjoy max. $10,000 in rewards exclusively for new users • Get 40% commission from referrals Gate Team March 14, 2025